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  • How to make a face masque with Ginger

    Ginger has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. A good way to put those effects to use would be to make a face mask Ingredients: Ginger rhizome (root), Manuka or local honey, turmeric (optional) -Pound or grind ginger. You may add turmeric if you like. -Mix with Manuka or local honey (store-bought commercial honey is usually…

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  • Just…Dance!

    Lots of dance at this time of year with many friends having their shows. Bolt by Jeryl Palana’s Art on Earth company started off Asian American Month with a focus on three women choreographers. I had a blast watching them and moderating the Q&A afterwards. Such wonderful artists! And there were other shows—my friend Demetrius…

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  • It Can Get Ugly

    The timing was right–I happened to be in Berkeley working on a project when my brother, Vincent, had an upcoming performance. Vince has been studying jazz guitar for about 3 years and he performs with 2 different groups. I was excited to see him perform, of course. Here’s our text conversation before my trip: ViL:…

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